Telluride's 7,111-foot runway accommodates the Embraer Phenom 300. The catch is altitude: at 9,078 feet the density altitude runs high, so expect payload or fuel restrictions on warm days, and a crew prepared for the terrain and the special approach.
Telluride at a Glance
| Telluride (KTEX/TEX) | Detail |
|---|---|
| Runway length | 7,111 ft |
| Field elevation | 9,078 ft |
| Key limit | 9,078 ft elevation · 7,111 ft runway · density-altitude weight limits |
How the Embraer Phenom 300 Measures Up
| Embraer Phenom 300 | Spec |
|---|---|
| Class | light jet |
| Wingspan | ~52.2 ft |
| Max takeoff weight | 18,551 lb (~8 t) |
In short, the Embraer Phenom 300 fits Telluride's requirements. As always, the operating crew calculates final performance for the specific date, weather, and load.
Comparing options? See the Aircraft Capability hub, the Telluride airport guide, or the Embraer Phenom 300 specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Telluride's 7,111-foot runway accommodates the Embraer Phenom 300. The catch is altitude: at 9,078 feet the density altitude runs high, so expect payload or fuel restrictions on warm days, and a crew prepared for the terrain and the special approach.
Telluride Regional Airport (KTEX/TEX): 9,078 ft elevation · 7,111 ft runway · density-altitude weight limits. Final dispatch performance is always calculated by the operating crew for the specific flight.
No — Telluride's runway accommodates virtually any business jet, but at 9,078 feet the thin air reduces performance, so heavier jets often carry reduced payload or fuel, especially on warm days.
Telluride suits aircraft that meet its high-altitude performance requirements — see The Jet Finder's Aircraft Capability hub for specific aircraft.
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